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              This vehicle has an attractive cabin with excellent fit and finish
Accord Hybrid belongs to a generation that launched when Honda redesigned
the Accord in 2018. There have been no
major changes since then, so you could shop as far back as the 2018 model year and get a similar vehicle that likely costs less than a new model.
You might be able to save even more money with a previous-generation Accord Hybrid. However, you’d
miss out on the major updates of the redesign, including a larger trunk, roomier rear seats, and more available features, including wireless device charging and a head-up display.
Honda accommodates and seats up to five people with standard
cloth upholstery. Leather-trimmed seats are available, as are heated and ventilated front seats, power- adjustable front seats, a leather- wrapped and heated steering wheel, and heated outboard rear seats.
It’s Interior Quality is an attractive cabin with excellent fit and
finish, however there are a few lesser pieces here and there.
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Bluetooth, And Navigation is standard equipment in the Accord Hybrid includes a 7-inch display,
a USB port, a four-speaker stereo, and Bluetooth. The touch screen responds quickly to input and can be customized to your liking. There are also some physical controls that
The Accord Hybrid gets an EPA-rated 48 MPGe in the city and 47 MPGe on the highway those are great ratings even among rival hybrids
make the system a little easier to use. Available tech upgrades include an 8-inch touch screen, smartphone
integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, navigation system, Wi-Fi hot spot, eight or ten-speaker stereo, HD Radio, satellite radio, wireless device charging, and a moonroof.
The Accord’s hybrid powertrain consists of a 2.0-liter four- cylinder engine and a pair of electric motors that produce a combined 212 horsepower. A continuously variable automatic transmission comes standard.
The powertrain feels punchy enough around town, and the CVT is refined. The electric motors help with pushing the car off the line quickly, but acceleration at higher speeds or up hills is not as lively. The engine drones are also under heavy acceleration.
The Gas Mileage of the Accord Hybrid gets an EPA-rated 48 MPGe in the city and 47 MPGe on the highway. While not class leading, those are great ratings even among rival hybrids.
Accord is a Balanced Cruiser, the vehicle rides smoothly over most surfaces, and its suspension soaks up road imperfections well. Ride quality worsens slightly in models with the larger wheels. The Accord Hybrid may not be the sportiest sedan in its class, its steering helps it feel composed.
The entry-level Hybrid has a starting MSRP of $25,470. It comes
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